I'm looking at updating my iPad Air (original). My biggest issue is a lack of storage, I only have a 32GB iPad, I'm looking at upgrading to the 128GB. From what I'm seeing, I can buy a "leftover" new iPad Air 2 for roughly the same price as a new iPad, just trying to decide which is the better option.
The advantage for the new iPad is the faster processor; if I'm going to upgrade, having a newer generation processor seems like it would be an advantage in terms of how long it will continue being updated by Apple.
OTOH, the Air 2 has the laminated screen and non-reflective coating. Coming from an Air, I won't miss them if I buy an iPad, but it is and advantage to buying an Air 2.
The size difference is a non-issue to me, especially coming from an Air. I can't think of many other real differences between the two. I do wonder if the new iPad has the new iTouch sensor, or still has the older and slower sensor (like every other iPad).
Just curious what people here think, for a similar price, would you prefer the Air 2 or the new iPad; and how much extra would you pay for your choice?
The advantage for the new iPad is the faster processor; if I'm going to upgrade, having a newer generation processor seems like it would be an advantage in terms of how long it will continue being updated by Apple.
OTOH, the Air 2 has the laminated screen and non-reflective coating. Coming from an Air, I won't miss them if I buy an iPad, but it is and advantage to buying an Air 2.
The size difference is a non-issue to me, especially coming from an Air. I can't think of many other real differences between the two. I do wonder if the new iPad has the new iTouch sensor, or still has the older and slower sensor (like every other iPad).
Just curious what people here think, for a similar price, would you prefer the Air 2 or the new iPad; and how much extra would you pay for your choice?